Breadalbane Cottage Isle of Luing, by Oban. This small unspoilt island is a haven for wildlife and natural beauty. The cottage, formerly home for the islands teacher, is comfortably modernised and enjoys uninterrupted views of the countryside, sea and islands beyond. Tranquillity, walking, fishing and sailing can all be enjoyed. Two minute ferry journey and you can explore the Isle of Seil, connected to the mainland by the picturesque 'Bridge over the Atlantic'. Oban, 15 miles, offers good shops, restaurants and ferries to Mull, Iona and Tiree. Shop and cafe 2 miles. Sleeps 4, 1 pet welcome.

Bernera Bowmore, Isle of Islay. With panoramic views over Loch Indall this comfortable, spacious house is a short walk from the small town of Bowmore, which is home to one of the seven famous whisky distilleries on the island - tours and tasting are available. Sleeps 8, pets welcome.

Nettle Brae Cottage Rothesay, Isle of Bute. Ground floor: Lounge, dining room, kitchen, sun room. Steep stairs to first floor: 2 double bedrooms, bathroom with bath, shower attachment, toilet & basin. Sleeps 4, pets are welcome.

Pirnmill, Isle of Arran. This attractive cottage offering spacious accommodation furnished and decorated to a high standard is set on the seashore, just 15 yards from the shingle beach (sand at low tide). Sleeps 7, 2 pets are welcome and free of charge.

Point Steadings Island of Lismore, Nr Oban, Argyll. Large living room with wood-burning stove and patio door to garden. Spacious modern fitted kitchen/dining area. Bathroom/W.C. with over-bath shower. First floor: Double bedroom. Two twin-bedded rooms. All bedrooms with sloping ceilings and lovely views. Sleeps 6, 2 pets welcome. Sleeps 6, 2 pets welcome.

Ardara Clachan, Isle of Seil. Ground floor: Lounge with double sofa bed/dining room, kitchen, 2 bedrooms - 1 double, 1 bunk with additional single bed, shower room with toilet & basin. Sleeps 4-7, 1 pet welcome.

Croft Cottage Seil Island, by Oban. Ground floor: Open plan lounge/dining room with quarry tiled floor, kitchen, small utility, 2 double bedrooms with doors to gardens (1 with extra single bed) both with en-suite shower room with toilet & basin. Sleeps 5, 1 pet is welcome.

Ardura Cottage On the sheltered south-east coast of Mull, between Craignure and Iona and overlooking the River Lussa and Loch Spelve, these two wonderful properties enjoy a glorious secluded position within the 4,000-acre Ardura Estate. Sleeps 4, 1 pet welcome.

Caolas Farm and "bothy" - this looks like a wonderful location for a holiday. Explore the Island through this website and make the decision that Coll is the holiday location for this year "and" next. Contact details taken from their website Proprietors: John & Linda Brackenbury Caolas, Isle of Coll, Argyll, PA78 6TB telephone 01879-230438

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